Job Description

The Physical Therapist Assistant administers physical therapy treatments to patients working under the direction of, and as an assistant to the Physical Therapist.

Job Responsibilities:

• Assessment and Plan of Care/Treatment
• Reviews patient’s medical record for physician orders and/or change in patient status
• Regularly works with the therapist in developing individual patient therapy plans. Administers physical therapy treatment to the patients as defined by the plan of care established by the Physical Therapist
• Updates and adjusts treatment plan, as appropriate, in conjunction with the Physical Therapist, based on patient/family needs, goals, strengths, age, abilities, and preferences
• Confers with the Physical Therapist and/or other health care professionals to exchange and discuss patient information for planning, modifying, and coordinating treatment programs
• Assists in preparing patient, guest, client, and resident safety for discharge, through instruction of patient and family/caregiver and written home exercise program as necessary
• Manages schedule to meet departmental productivity expectations using sound clinical and professional reasoning
• Responds to changes in work schedule as necessary continually using time between patients and assigned duties for departmental needs
• Attends staff meetings and in-services
• Maintains accurate daily billing charges and productivity log
• Documents progress notes, case conference updates, appropriate scores, family/patient education, and all other forms in accordance with departmental policy and procedure. Contributes to discharge note as appropriate
• Maintains accurate, comprehensive, and professional written documentation
• Perform other duties as may be required from management

Job Qualifications:

• Licensed as Physical Therapist Assistant in the state of Florida
• Hands-on BLS Card
• Maintains confidentiality of all patient information
• Adheres to policies and procedures specific to patient rights
• Maintains a clean and safe environment; identifies and reports hazards. Assures patients, guest, clients, and residents safety
• Meets all requirements for mandatory in-service meetings and training sessions
• Adheres to policies/procedures specific to universal precautions when delivering patient care
• Adheres to policies regarding attendance, conduct, grooming, and dress code
• Exhibits excellent service to patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers
• Shows courtesy, compassion and respect for all customers
• Promotes the mission, vision, and values of the organization
• Complies with professional, regulatory, ethical, and legal standards

Location Overview:

• 6766 Corporate Center Parkway Jacksonville, FL 32216